Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, and it affects over 20 million Americans. While osteoarthritis most often affects older adults, younger people can also be diagnosed after sustaining a serious injury that affects joint health. Osteoarthritis is caused by the deterioration of [Read More]
Orthopedics
Benefits of Post-Surgical Rehab
If you are scheduled for surgery, your treatment plan will almost always include rehabilitation. The period of inactivity required for surgery and the trauma your body experiences during surgery can cause your muscles, ligaments, and tendons to lose strength and flexibility. This means, even after [Read More]
Recovery From A Meniscus Tear
The knee has 2 C-shaped pieces of cartilage that serve as buffers between the shinbone and thighbone. When the cartilage tears, it is known as a meniscus tear. A meniscus tear happens when you forcefully twist or rotate the knee. This is a very common knee injury that often develops when playing [Read More]
Recovery From Elbow Bursa Surgery
Elbow bursitis develops when the thin sac of fluid between the skin and the elbow’s pointy tip becomes inflamed. When this happens, it can cause swelling, pain, redness, and heat in the elbow. These symptoms can cause the elbow to look deformed and make it difficult for you to perform day to day [Read More]
Treatments for Frozen Shoulder
Do you find it hard to move one or both of your shoulders? Do you feel pain and stiffness? If you are experiencing these symptoms, then you may have a condition called frozen shoulder. This condition inhibits your shoulder movement, making it hard for you to perform activities like reaching up or [Read More]
